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FLOATING CITRONELLA CANDLES–$

Enjoy evenings on the porch with these simple, homemade citronella candles. Inspired by a blend of essential oils, these candles promise to not only set the mood and ward off bugs, but soothe your senses as well.

We have 3 different recipes you can try for varying aromas around your home. You can also post your own variations to instagram! #hollandunplugged

Directions

Fill each candle ¾ full of water

Add 15-20 drops of Citronella

Stir

Add citrus, herbs and spices

Top with water

Lakeshore Tea Candle

1 lemon, sliced in circles

1 ample scoop of dried lavender

A couple sprigs of rosemary

Citronella Essential Oil

Lavender Essential Oil (10-15 drops for a more gentle smell)

SummerThyme Candle

1 lemon, sliced in circles

1 lime, sliced in circles

A couple sprigs of thyme

Citronella Essential Oil

Tips: Limes are heavier than lemons and will naturally sink. The thyme will look best if stems are separated and placed in the jar individually.

Cinnamon Sunset Candle

1 orange, sliced in thin wedges

Cinnamon sticks

A couple sprigs of rosemary

Tip: To create a “floating” effect for your rosemary, break it into smaller pieces and place stem down in the jar.

Tie a piece of twine or rope around each jar for a final decorative touch to your candle.

Once your jars are complete, add a single votive to each, light and enjoy. Make sure your votive floats flat in the water, or moving wax will tip the candle. Place these little projects around your yard to create ambiance for a party or savor them from the intimacy of your back porch table.